Wrexham council are looking at the possibility of setting up a beach at the town centre’s Queens Square during summer.

The aim is to attract tourists, generate publicity and put a smile on people’s faces in what will hopefully be a sunnier summer than those in recent years.

It was discussed at a Town Centre Forum meeting yesterday, with a cost of up to £8,500 quoted by a company to bring it to Wrexham.

But the council may decide to do it in-house in conjunction with a play scheme which they say could be a lot cheaper.

The working title for the project is Wrexham on Sea, but exactly what shape the beach will take and how big it will be is yet to be decided – ideas include stalls and fun days.

A Wrexham council spokesman said: “It is an idea that was floated at the Wrexham Town Centre Forum and there was a generally positive response from people there.

“At this stage nothing has been decided, but if the project does go ahead, then it will last for four or five days.

“It could be done in conjunction with play time services and it is hoped the project would generate a lot of positive publicity for Wrexham – other cities such as Birmingham have set up beaches with success.”

But there were sceptical reactions from locals. Sue Austin said: “Does the ice rink draw people in?”